Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Atherton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atherton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Atherton Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atherton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atherton Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2485 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atherton Elementary School's ranking?
Atherton Elementary School is ranked #2485 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Atherton Elementary School?
306 students attend Atherton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Atherton Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atherton Elementary School?
Atherton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atherton Elementary School offer ?
Atherton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Atherton Elementary School part of?
Atherton Elementary School is part of Atherton Community Schools School District.
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